Associate Attorney
✨ Associate Attorney –
Public Entity/Employment Defense | San Diego, CA
(Onsite with Flexible Hybrid Options)
On behalf of a boutique litigation
firm in San Diego, Talentry is pleased to be looking for an Attorney with a strong
and expanding public entity defense practice. The firm is highly regarded
for representing school districts and other public agencies in complex
employment litigation, along with a broader practice spanning business
litigation and related disputes.
With decades of combined experience,
the partners bring big-firm training into a collaborative, agile boutique
environment—delivering sophisticated advocacy for public-sector clients without
big-firm bureaucracy. Associates gain meaningful responsibility, direct partner
mentorship, courtroom exposure, and hands-on experience defending public
entities in high-impact matters.
This is a direct-hire opportunity and
an excellent role for an Employment Attorney interested in public sector
defense who wants to accelerate their career before year-end.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
? Direct work with seasoned trial attorneys focused on public entity
defense
? Early responsibility and meaningful litigation ownership
? Exposure to complex, precedent-shaping public employment matters
? Collaborative, low-ego culture with real growth potential
? Hybrid flexibility available after onboarding
What You’ll Work On
You’ll manage and support a public
entity–focused employment litigation caseload, including:
⚖️ Defense of public
agencies in employment disputes
⚖️ Harassment,
retaliation, and discrimination claims (FEHA)
⚖️ Wage & hour,
PAGA, and classification matters involving public employers
⚖️ Wrongful
termination and whistleblower actions
⚖️ Drafting pleadings,
motions, and discovery
⚖️ Depositions,
mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
(Attorneys with limited public entity
experience are encouraged to apply if their litigation fundamentals are
strong.)
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
✔️ Active California
Bar license
✔️ 2–8 years of civil
litigation experience (public entity or employment defense preferred)
✔️ Strong writing,
research, and case-management skills
✔️ Interest in public
sector law and government defense work
✔️ Motivation to take
ownership and work closely with partners
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
Excellent compensation and benefits!
? Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
? 401(k) + Profit Sharing
? Professional development and partner mentorship
?️ Full-time onsite in San Diego with hybrid flexibility